Tag Archives: Make a Difference

$40 and Everyone Wins

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Michele

Hanging out with students is better than coffee. And chocolate. And YES, I know exactly what I’m saying. Teenagers get a bad rap. Sometimes for good reason, but other times for no reason at all. I happen to be both … Continue reading →

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Make Someone’s Day

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Michele

He didn’t want to go to school. Not a surprise, since the “I’m done with school” mood usually starts in February and it’s now APRIL, which means the mood has been brewing for a full two months. I’ve tried to … Continue reading →

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The Not-So-Lost Generation

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Michele

I watched this video again today. It feels like a gut punch every time. To the incredible youth I hang out with, I refuse to believe you are part of a lost generation. I see you doing things differently. And … Continue reading →

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A Generous Calm

Posted on January 24, 2009 by Michele

I asked someone two days ago to tell me his greatest need. Not a grandiose lifelong need, but his greatest real need. Right now. This moment. I didn’t expect his answer: “Calmness.” Being that I’m in his life, I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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An Atheistic Take on Africa’s Greatest Need

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Michele

On December 27, 2009, via a post at TimesOnline.com, a professed Atheist made a shocking profession: “I truly believe Africa needs God.” His claim caught my attention, to say the least. And his comments haven’t released me since. Check out … Continue reading →

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